2012 MITSUBISHI LANCER RALLIART battery

3-234 Features and controls
3Combination headlights and dimmer switch
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HeadlightsNOTE
Do not leave the headlights and other lights on for a long
period of time when the engine is not running. The battery
will run down.

When it rains, or when the vehicle has been washed, the
inside of the lens sometimes becomes foggy. This is the
same as when window glass mists up on a humid day, and
does not indicate a problem. When the light is switched
on, the heat will dry out the fog. However, if water col-
lects inside the light, have it checked by an authorized
Mitsubishi Motors dealer or a repair facility of your
choice.
Type 1Rotate the switch to operate the lights.OFF All lights off
Parking, tail, front and rear side-marker lights, license
plate and instrument panel lights on
Headlights and other lights on
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NOTE
A light in the instrument panel flashes to show when the
front and rear turn signal lights are working properly.
If this light flashes faster than usual, check for a burned
out light bulb or malfunctioning connection.
If the panel light does not come on when the lever is
moved, check for a blown fuse or a burned out bulb in the
panel.
Have the vehicle inspected by an authorized Mitsubishi
Motors dealer or a repair facility of your choice.

The turn signal light 3-flash function for lane changes can
be deactivated.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
For vehicles equipped with the Mitsubishi Multi-Commu-
nication System, adjustments can be made using screen
operations. For further details, refer to the separate
owner’s manual.

You can adjust the time required to operate the lever for
the 3-flash function.
See your authorized Mitsubishi Motors dealer for details.
Hazard warning flasher switch
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If you press the flasher switch, the front and rear turn signals
will flash intermittently, and so will the hazard warning lights.
This is an emergency warning system and should not be used
when the vehicle is in motion, except for emergencies.
If you need to leave your vehicle, the flashers will keep work-
ing after the ignition key is removed. NOTE
If you keep the flashers on for several hours with the
engine turned off, the battery will run down.
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3-254 Features and controls
3Electric rear window defogger switch
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The electric rear window defogger can be used when the
engine is running.
The indicator light (A) will come on when you press the elec-
tric rear window defogger switch. Electric current will flow
through the heating wires on the rear window to help clear
away moisture or frost.
After about 20 minutes of operation, the system will shut off
automatically.
To switch the defogger OFF before 20 minutes have passed,
press the switch again. The indicator light will go out and the
defogger will turn off.
If you need the defogger for more than 20 minutes, press the
switch again. This will add 20 more minutes.
NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with heated mirrors, mist can
also be removed from the outside rearview mirrors when
the rear window defogger switch is pressed. (Refer to
“Heated mirror” on page 3-85.)
CAUTION
!
The rear window defogger is not designed to melt
snow. Remove any snow manually before using the
rear window defogger.
Use the rear window defogger only after the engine
has started and is running. Be sure to turn the
defogger switch off immediately after the window is
clear to save on battery power.
Do not place stickers, tape, or other items that are
attached with adhesive over the grid wires on the
rear window.
When cleaning the inside rear window, use a soft
cloth and wipe lightly over the grid wires.
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Features and controls
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3
NOTE
If the ignition switch is left in the “ACC” position, the
accessory power will automatically turn off after a certain
period of time and you will no longer be able to use the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface. The accessory power comes on
again if the ignition switch is turned from the “ACC”
position. Refer to “ACC power auto-cutout function” on
page 3-86.

The Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface cannot be used if the
Bluetooth
® device has a dead battery or the device power
is turned off.

Hands-free calls will not be possible if your phone does
not have service available.

Some Bluetooth
® devices are not compatible with the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.Steering control switch → P.3-258
Voice recognition function → P. 3 - 2 6 0
Useful voice commands → P. 3 - 2 6 1
Speaker enrollment function → P.3-263
Connecting the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface and the Bluetooth
®
device→ P.3-264
Operating a music player connected via Bluetooth
® → P. 3 - 2 6 9
How to make or receive hands-free calls → P. 3 - 2 6 9
Phonebook function → P.3-273
WA R N I N G
!
Although the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface allows you to
make hands-free calls, if you choose to use the cellu-
lar phone while driving, you must not allow yourself
to be distracted from the safe operation of your vehi-
cle. Anything, including cellular phone usage, that
distracts you from the safe operation of your vehicle
increases your risk of an accident.

Refer to and comply with all state and local laws in
your area regarding cellular phone usage while driv-
ing.
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Features and controls
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Volume up buttonPress this button to increase the volume. Volume down buttonPress this button to decrease the volume.SPEECH button
Press this button to change to voice recognition mode.
While the system is in voice recognition mode, “Listen-
ing” will appear on the audio display.

If you press the button briefly while in voice recognition
mode, it will interrupt prompting and allow voice com-
mand input.
Pressing the button longer will deactivate the voice recog-
nition mode.

Pressing this button briefly during a call will enable voice
recognition and allow voice command input.PICK-UP button
Press this button when an incoming call is received to
answer the telephone.

When another call is received during a call, press this but-
ton to put the first caller on hold and talk to the new caller.
• In such circumstances, you can press the button briefly
to switch between callers. You will switch to the first
caller and the other caller will be put on hold.
• To establish a three-way call in such situations, press the
SPEECH button to enter voice recognition mode and
then say “Join calls.”
HANG-UP button
Press this button when an incoming call is received to
refuse the call.

Press this button during a call to end the current call.
When another call is on hold, you will switch to that call.

If this button is pressed in the voice recognition mode, the
voice recognition mode will be deactivated.NOTE
When you press the SPEECH button to enter voice recog-
nition mode with a cellular phone paired to the system,
current information on the cellular phone, such as
“remaining battery life,” “signal strength” or “roaming,”
will be displayed on the audio display.*
*: Some cellular phones will not send this information to
the Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface.

Call waiting and three-way calls can be used by the
Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface, only if it is possible to use those
services with your cellular phone.
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Features and controls
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3
Mute function
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At any time during a call, you can mute the vehicle micro-
phone.
Pressing the SPEECH button and then saying “Mute” during a
call will turn ON the mute function and mute the microphone.
Saying “Mute off” in the same way will turn off the mute func-
tion and cancel the mute on the microphone.Switching between hands-free mode and private mode
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The Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface can switch between hands-free
mode (hands-free calls) and private mode (calls using cellular
phone).
If you press the SPEECH button and say “Transfer call” during
a hands-free call, you can stop the hands-free mode and talk in
private mode.
To return to hands-free mode, press the SPEECH button again
and say “Transfer call.”
Phonebook function
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The Bluetooth
® 2.0 interface has 2 types of unique phonebooks
that are different from the phonebook stored in the cellular
phone. They are the vehicle phonebook and the mobile phone-
book.
These phonebooks are used to register telephone numbers and
make calls to desired numbers via voice recognition function.
NOTE
Disconnecting the battery cable will not delete informa-
tion registered in the phonebook.Vehicle phonebook
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This phonebook is used when making calls with the voice rec-
ognition function.
Up to 32 names can be registered in the vehicle phonebook per
language.
Also, each entry has 4 locations associated with: home, work,
mobile and other. You can register one telephone number for
each location.
You can register a desired name as a name for any phonebook
entry registered in the vehicle phonebook.
Names and telephone numbers can be changed later on.
The vehicle phonebook can be used with all paired cellular
phones.
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312 V power outlet
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12 V power outlets are located in front of the floor console
(Type 1, Type 2) and inside of the floor console box (Type 3).NOTE
If your vehicle is equipped with two 12 V power outlets,
both power outlets can be used simultaneously.
Type 1, Type 2The accessory can be operated when the ignition switch is in
the “ON” or “ACC” position.
To use a “plug-in” type accessory, pull out the plug, then insert
the plug in the socket.
CAUTION
!
Be aware that using electronic equipment with the
engine off may run the battery down.
When the 12 V power outlet is not in use, be sure to
put on the plug or close the 12 V power outlet cover.
This will prevent the 12 V power outlet from becom-
ing dirty and possibly short-circuiting.
CAUTION
!
Be sure to use a “plug-in” type accessory operating
at 12 V and 120 W or less.
When using two 12 V power outlets or 12 V power
outlet and cigarette lighter simultaneously, make
sure that the total power consumption of these does
not exceed 120 W at 12 V.
Ty p e 1
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4-6 Driving safety
4Safe driving techniques
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Even this vehicle’s safety equipment, and your safest driving,
cannot guarantee that you can avoid an accident or injury.
However, if you give extra attention to the following areas, you
can better protect yourself and your passengers:

Drive defensively. Be aware of traffic, road and weather
conditions. Leave plenty of stopping distance between
your vehicle and the vehicle ahead.

Before changing lanes, check your mirrors and use your
turn signal light.

While driving, watch the behavior of other drivers, bicy-
clists, and pedestrians.

Always obey applicable laws and regulations. Be a polite
and alert driver. Always leave room for unexpected
events, such as sudden braking.

If you plan to drive in another country, obey their vehicle
registration laws and make sure you will be able to get the
right fuel.
Driving during cold weather
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Check the battery, including terminals and cables. During
extremely cold weather, the battery will not be as strong.
Also, the battery power level may drop because more
power is used for cold starting and driving.
Before driving the vehicle, check to see if the engine runs
at the proper speed and if the headlights are as bright as
normally. Charge or replace the battery if necessary. Dur-
ing extreme cold weather, it is possible that a very low
battery could freeze.

Warm the engine sufficiently. After starting the engine,
allow a short warm-up time to distribute oil to all cylin-
ders and turbocharger. Then drive your vehicle slowly.

Stay at low speeds at first so that the transaxle, transfer
case and rear axle oil have time to spread to all the lubri-
cation points.

Manual transaxle can be harder to shift in cold weather
conditions. This is normal and shifting will get easier as
the transaxle warms up.
WA R N I N G
!
The battery gives off explosive hydrogen gas. Any
spark or flame can cause the battery to explode,
which could cause serious injury or death.
Always wear protective clothes and a face mask
when working with your battery, or let a skilled
mechanic do it.
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